ACIPC thanks our 2025 Conference Bronze sponsor, BD. The support of sponsors plays a pivotal role in fostering an enriching environment for knowledge exchange and networking at the conference. Find out more about BD here - www.bd.com/en-us

IPC Week is 19 - 25 October and this year, ACIPC is proud to partner with the Australasian Society for Infectious Diseases (ASID) to embrace this year’s theme, ‘Stand Uppp for Infection Prevention.’ Our resources are coming soon! IPC Week page: https://www.acipc.org.au/resources/ipc-week/

ACIPC thanks our 2025 Conference Bronze sponsor, BD. The support of sponsors plays a pivotal role in fostering an enriching environment for knowledge exchange and networking at the conference. Find out more about BD here - https://www.bd.com/en-us

Had your say yet? Your voice can shape the future of IPC in Australia The new Centre for Disease Control must include IPC. Our easy tool lets you email your local MP with one click. Add your voice today: https://acipc.good.do/ipcinthecdc/IPC-in-the-CDC/ #IPC #PublicHealth #ACIPC #CDCAustralia

In 2025 the APNA Workforce Survey turns 20 and they want to hear from you—no APNA membership needed! It takes about 30 minutes, and you can save and return later. Complete by, 31 October, for a chance to win 1 of 2 $1000 RedBalloon vouchers. 🔗 https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8403481/c301748732f4

Victorian members are invited to October VICSIG meeting (in-person and online). Friday 3 October 2025 Breakfast from 8:00 AM. Presentation 8:15-9:15 AM Venue: The Doherty Institute Topic: Meet the incoming President of ACIPC, Dr Sally Havers Register: https://tinyurl.com/55espba6

The ACIPC 2025 Conference Awards are now open! Award categories: ✅Impact ✅Facilitator ✅Novice ICP ✅Mentor ✅Lifetime Achievement ⏰ Nominations close 9am AEDT, 13 Oct 👉 https://www.acipc.org.au/conference-awards/ #ACIPC25

Today is World Sepsis Day, and the ACSQHC has released a landmark Sepsis Epidemiology Report analysing sepsis hospitalisations in Australian public hospitals over the last decade. Read it here: https://www.safetyandquality.gov.au/newsroom/events/world-sepsis-day-13-september-2025 #WorldSepsisDay

It's World Sepsis Day on 13 September & this month's NCAS webinar will focus on sepsis. Wednesday 17 September 2025 10.30AM AEST Speakers: A/Prof Julie Dockerty, Dr Raquel Cowan Register now at: https://tinyurl.com/mrxx65pc @NCAS_Aus #WorldSepsisDay #Sepsis #SepsisAwareness

Interested in deploying with GOARN? Come to their online event on Tuesday, 23 September at 12 PM AEST. Explore GOARN in action, hear stories from the field, & connect with experts, partners and WHO. Click the link below to register: https://tinyurl.com/rjb4c6uh

The 2025 ACIPC Conference Program is here – and you’re invited to join us in Hobart, 16–19 November for 4 days of connection, innovation, and professional growth. Take a look at the full program here: acipcconference.com.au/program/ #ACIPC25 #betasmania #betas #BusinessEventsTasmania

Infection Control in a Home Care setting with a focus on aged care Date & time: Wednesday 17 September 2025, 2.00PM AEST Guest Speaker: Steve Neal Join ACIPC IPC Consultant Carrie Spinks for this free webinar. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/yrp4beep

ACIPC thanks our 2025 Conference Bronze sponsor, schülke . The support of sponsors plays a pivotal role in fostering an enriching environment for knowledge exchange and networking at the conference. Find out more about schülke here - https://www.schuelke.com/au-en/

You are invited to attend the September SA SIG meeting. This is a free event open to SA members & non-members. Thursday 18 September 2025 5.30-6.30PM Venue: Royal Adelaide Hospital Topic: Water quality testing and Legionella requirements Register here: https://tinyurl.com/prhntdp7

ACIPC members are invited to join us for the September Sustainability SIG meeting. Topic: Understanding Choices Through Climate Literacy Thursday 11 September 2025, 2:00pm AEST Location: Online via Zoom Register here: https://tinyurl.com/bdfm9cu4 #ACIPC #sustainablehealthcare

Register now and save! Early registrations for the ACIPC 2025 International Conference close on Wednesday 1 October, don't miss out! Individual onsite and online early registrations are available. Register here: https://acipcconference.com.au/registration/ #ACIPC25 #BusinessEventsTasmania #IPC

Book now for our August Short Course in Infection Prevention and Control in Aged Care Settings. It's designed to provide staff with the fundamental principles of IPC practice as they apply to aged care settings. Cost: $500 Book here: https://www.acipc.org.au/education/short-course/

Take a look at these handy new resources about gloving practices in aged care. They have been developed with the generous collaboration of aged care providers, and include gloving for care, environmental cleaning, laundry, and catering. View below: https://tinyurl.com/4v88wtan

Our August newsletter is now available. Don't miss out on this month's edition of IPC News. #IPC #InfectionPreventionAndControl #ACIPC #IPCNews https://www.acipc.org.au/ipc-news/

ACIPC's next Lunch & Learn webinar - Wednesday 10 September 12.30pm AEST. Topic: Filling in the gaps – IPC in dentistry Presenter: Dr Heidi Munchenberg To register for this webinar, please click the link below: https://tinyurl.com/ecspmbhr #ACIPC #IPC #DentalInfectionControl

ACIPC thanks our 2025 Conference Bronze sponsor, GOJO. The support of sponsors plays a pivotal role in fostering an enriching environment for knowledge exchange and networking at the conference. Find out more about GOJO here - https://www.gojo.com/en-au/home

Joining us for ACIPC25? Turn your trip into a Tasmanian escape! Whether you’re an adventurer, foodie, or culture lover, Tasmania offers an unforgettable experience worth extending your stay. Get inspired here: acipcconference.com.au/visiting-hob... #ACIPC25 #betasmania #businesseventstas

“The next pandemic is not if but when.” In their joint editorial, ACIPC President & President-Elect call for routine planning, daily IPC, tackling misinformation & protecting the vulnerable. The tools exist—let’s use them. Link: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.... #PandemicPreparedness

Want to know more about the Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards and what they mean for your facility? Take a look at this free webinar presented by Logan Heather in our Aged Care IPC in Focus series! To view the video click here - www.acipc.org.au/members/ipc-...

ACIPC's next Lunch & Learn webinar - Friday 29 August 1pm AEST. Topic: Team competition boosts regional & rural hand hygiene Presenter: Mary-Clare Smith To register for this webinar, please click the link below: tinyurl.com/czcut6as #ACIPC #HandHygiene #InfectionPrevention

Join WHO for their August webinar, ‘Global Applications of the One Health Joint Risk Assessment Operational Tool (JRA OT)' Date: Tuesday 19 August 2025 Time: 10PM AEST Online via Zoom Click the link below to register: who.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Apply for an ACIPC conference scholarship now! Categories: • Pacific Region • Australia and NZ • Rural & Remote • First Nations Applications close 20 August. Visit: www.acipc.org.au/awards ACIPC25: 16-19 November Hobart, Tasmania visit www.acipcconference.com.au #ACIPC25

Don't miss the NCAS August webinar - Veterinary AMS. Wednesday 20 August 2025 Time: 8.30 AM AEST Presentations: Engaging the missing stakeholder: communicating Antimicrobial Stewardship to pet owners Dr Fergus Allerton Register now at: tinyurl.com/fxhrpea2 #AMS #OneHealth

The 2025 ACIPC Conference Program is here – and you’re invited to join us in Hobart, 16–19 November for 4 days of connection, innovation, and professional growth. Take a look at the full program here: acipcconference.com.au/program/ #ACIPC25 #betasmania #betas #BusinessEventsTasmania

Had your say yet? Your voice can shape the future of IPC in Australia The new Centre for Disease Control must include IPC. Our easy-to-use tool lets you email your local MP with one click. Add your voice today: acipc.good.do/ipcinthecdc/... #IPC #PublicHealth #ACIPC #CDCAustralia

Register now for the ACIPC Paediatric SIG's August meeting. Tuesday 26 August 2025 from 2 - 3PM AEST Location: Online via Zoom Topic: Paediatric Infection Prevention and Control: Safety and Quality with Prof Marilyn Cruickshank Register here: tinyurl.com/y89an85h

In the life of an IPC lead Date & time: Wednesday 20 August at 2.00 pm AEST. Guest speakers: Chloe Tilson and Kelly Barton from Alpine Health Join ACIPC IPC Consultant Carrie Spinks for this free webinar. To register please click the link below: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Register now for the 2025 ACIPC International Conference! Join us from 16–19 November 2025 at the Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart or online. For more information and to register please click the link below: acipcconference.com.au/registration/ #ACIPC25 #BusinessEventsTasmania

On Aged Care Employee Day, we celebrate the incredible people working in aged care in Australia. Their work is personal, compassionate and life-changing. For more info and to send a message of support click here: ageingaustralia.asn.au/sector-recog... #ThanksforCaring #ACED2025 #IPC #ACIPC

ACIPC thanks our 2025 Conference Bronze sponsor, Ecolab. The support of sponsors plays a pivotal role in fostering an enriching environment for knowledge exchange and networking at the conference. Find out more about Ecolab here - en-au.ecolab.com

ACIPC has a great collection of Veterinary IPC Resources. Strengthen your IPC knowledge and stay updated with global best practice. View our resource library here: www.acipc.org.au/resources/ve... Enrol now for our next Veterinary Foundations of IPC course: www.acipc.org.au/education/ve...

This year, the DHW theme focuses on kids and oral health, from that very first smile to a lifetime of healthy habits. Take a look at our dental IPC resources: www.acipc.org.au/resources/de... For more about DHW: www.teeth.org.au #DHW #OralHealth #Smilestones #IPC #ACIPC

Congratulations to Michael Ereck, winner of the 2025 Dr Joan Faoagali Award. The College set up the award to honour Joan & her considerable contribution to the IPC profession. The winner is awarded FIPC course fees. Read our interview with Michael here: tinyurl.com/4hzyv8d4

Our July newsletter is now available. Don't miss out on this month's edition of IPC News. #IPC #InfectionPreventionAndControl #ACIPC #IPCNews www.acipc.org.au/ipc-news/

ACIPC thanks our 2025 Conference Silver sponsor, Nanosonics. The support of sponsors plays a pivotal role in fostering an enriching environment for knowledge exchange and networking at the conference. Find out more about Nanosonics here - www.nanosonics.com.au

Your voice can shape the future of IPC in Australia The new Centre for Disease Control must include IPC. Our easy-to-use tool lets you email your local MP with one click. Add your voice today: acipc.good.do/ipcinthecdc/... #IPC #PublicHealth #ACIPC #CDCAustralia

Apply for an ACIPC conference scholarship now! Categories: • Pacific Region • Australia and NZ • Rural & Remote • First Nations Applications close 20 August. Visit: www.acipc.org.au/awards ACIPC25: 16-19 November Hobart, Tasmania visit www.acipcconference.com.au #ACIPC25

Have you submitted your Research Grant application yet? ACIPC is offering the following grants in 2025: Early Career Research Grant Seed Grant Sustainability in IPC Research Grant See below for more information: www.acipc.org.au/research/

Join the World Health Organization for a free webinar on Wednesday 23 July at 2PM AEST - Embedding IPC in a Culture of Safety: Patient Engagement, Empathy, and psychological Safety. Pre-register by clicking the link below: who.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

ACIPC thanks our 2025 Conference Silver sponsor, SC Johnson. The support of sponsors plays a pivotal role in fostering an enriching environment for knowledge exchange and networking at the conference. Find out more about SC Johnson here - www.scjp.com/en-au

Join GAMA for a webinar to improve care quality and star ratings in aged care with wound care expert Hayley Ryan Date: 30th July 2025 Time: 2pm AEST Register now: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #AgedCare #IAD #ContinenceCare #WoundCare #QualityIndicators #GAMAHealthcare

Don't miss the NCAS July webinar - Environmental AMR. Date: Wednesday 16 July 2025 Time: 8.30AM AEST Host: Prof Glenn Browning Presenters: Prof Erica Donner, Dr Claire Hayward For more info and to register visit: unimelb.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

ACIPC is holding a Lunch and Learn webinar on Tuesday 22 June at 12:30 pm AEST. Topic: JEV: Activist maps and mozzie traps Presenter: Dr Ben Brimblecombe To register for this webinar, please click the link below: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #ACIPC #biosecurity #mosquitoes #JEV

SA members & non-members are invited to the July SA SIG meeting. Thursday 10 July 2025 Drinks & networking 5.30 – 6:00PM Lecture: 6–7PM (ACST). Venue: Royal Adelaide Hospital, Level 8D Lecture Theatre, 1 Port Road Adelaide. To register click here: tinyurl.com/mr263zv7

Management of blood borne viruses in aged care Wednesday 16 July at 2.00 pm AEST. Guest speakers: Dr Jacqui Richmond, RN, PhD - Burnet Institute Join us for this free webinar, register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... View webinar recordings here: www.acipc.org.au/acipc-aged-c...